Coconut jelly is a delicious and refreshing dessert that has been enjoyed by people all over the world for centuries. Made from the gelatinous meat and milk of the coconut, this sweet treat has a unique texture and flavour that sets it apart from other jellies. Whether served on its own or as a topping for other dishes, coconut jelly is a versatile and beloved dessert that continues to delight taste buds with its tropical taste.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut water
- 2 ½ teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder
- 2 ½ cups full-fat coconut milk
- ¼ cup honey (or substitute with ⅓ cup liquid allulose for a keto version)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 ½ cups sliced fresh fruit (mango, berries, pineapple, etc.)
Instructions:
- Sprinkle the gelatin over ¼ cup of the coconut water. Whisk and let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine the remaining coconut water, coconut milk, and honey. Heat over medium, stirring until honey is dissolved and coconut milk is hot (not boiling).
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Whisk in bloomed gelatin and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a measuring cup.
- If using fruit, arrange it in serving glasses. Carefully pour the coconut mixture over.
- Refrigerate until completely set, at least 4-6 hours.
Tips:
- Adjust sweetness:
- Taste the mixture before chilling and add more sugar/honey if desired.
- Experiment with flavours! Try adding a pinch of salt, a few drops of almond extract, or a splash of rum.
- Garnish: Top with fresh fruit, shredded coconut, or a dollop of whipped cream.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut water
- 2½ tsp unflavored gelatin powder
- 2½ cups full-fat coconut milk
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 ½ cups sliced fresh fruit (mango, berries, pineapple, etc.)
Instructions
- Sprinkle the gelatin over ¼ cup of the coconut water. Whisk and let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine the remaining coconut water, coconut milk, and honey. Heat over medium, stirring until honey is dissolved and coconut milk is hot (not boiling).
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Whisk in bloomed gelatin and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a measuring cup.
- If using fruit, arrange it in serving glasses. Carefully pour the coconut mixture over.
- Refrigerate until completely set, at least 4-6 hours.